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Example Sentences

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The background, the light, the composition; all need to be as close to perfect as possible.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

"Observations of galaxies and the cosmic microwave background suggest that some kind of dark matter exists," says Baker.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

He said that his background is unusual but perhaps not all that uncommon for an artist.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

All of the Afghans airlifted by the U.S. to Camp As Sayliyah underwent initial security screenings and background checks for preapproval to immigrate to the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

From what I’ve heard, she never disappeared into the background.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein